Track Foreman

**WHO WE ARE**:
At A &
B Rail Services Ltd. our work is getting and keeping Canada’s railway operators in motion - safely and
Sustainably! We work coast-to-coast, in every railway sector, and on any size project. Our commitment is service excellence and offering our clients exceptional value. Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!
**Important Notes**:
- This job will require travel throughout Northern British Columbia for extended periods of time.
- This job will require working in all types of weather conditions.
**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
Reporting to the Superintendent or Project Manager, the Foreman is responsible for managing and directing a crew of workers to deliver a successful project by meeting or exceeding corporate and project goals. The Foreman must ensure safety, quality, profitability, and scheduling, resulting in customer satisfaction.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
- Review all contracts, project documentation and plans to ensure that the work in the field is built to the most recent specifications and scope of work.
- Pre-plan work activities with Superintendent to develop best means and methods, including safety action plans.
- Plan the day-to-day operations on the assigned project, and ensure that proper resources are in place for the timely completion of work i.E., labour, equipment, and material.
- Take responsibility for crew performance as related to company goals, safety audits, administration of company policies and procedures.
- Conduct tailgate meetings. Initiate follow-up action as necessary including training, orientation, discipline, etc.
- Conduct daily briefing with crew to review production goals, performance feedback, safety and schedule, hazards, and to solicit feedback from the workers.
- Maintain a dedication to safety at all times by modeling, providing education and enforcing safe work practices, company policies and procedures.
- Ensure that proper safety equipment is available and used by all field personnel.
- Communicate with the Project Superintendent, Project Manager, General Contractor and customer to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
- Communicate with sub-contractors to coordinate work, goals, etc.
- Perform a variety of related administrative tasks such as production reports, timesheets, equipment logs, inspection reports, change orders, and updating project files.
- Perform other related administrative or project based duties as assigned.
- Provide coaching and instruction to all crew members.
- Other duties as assigned
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES**:
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Organize, develop, and communicate schedules and goals to crew members
- Strong customer relations skills
- Perform physical work in a field environment including bending, lifting
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Excellent vision and hearing.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Lead a team and motivate workers.
- Exercise sound judgment and give clear direction.
- Work effectively in a team environment as a contributing team player.
**JOB REQUIREMENTS**:
Valid Class 5 Driver’s license or equivalent**
- High School Diploma is an asset
- Railway experience is preferred but will accept construction experience as well.
- Valid certification in CROR is an asset but we will train.
- Training in First Aid, WHMIS, Confined Space, CSTS, and other mandatory courses as required.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
**WHAT WE OFFER**:
- Competitive Pay
- An industry leading comprehensive benefits program
- The opportunity to work with a great team where
- Safety is an integral part of our culture
- We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
**A &
B Rail Services Ltd. isan Equal Opportunity Employer**
BCN
**Job Types**:
Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**:
$31.20-$44.00 per hour
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have a full, valid driver's license?
**Experience**:
- Rail Road:
2 years (preferred)
Work Location:
On the road